RecruitingPhase 4NCT06236022
The Effects of Sirolimus in Patients With Dilated Cardiomyopathy Infected With Kaposi Sarcoma-associated Virus
Sponsor
Tongji Hospital
Enrollment
276 participants
Start Date
Jan 1, 2024
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Evaluating the efficacy of sirolimus (compared to standard therapy alone) in the treatment of dilated cardiomyopathy infected with Kaposi Sarcoma-associated virus -- a multicenter randomized controlled study.
Eligibility
Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 70 Years
Plain Language Summary
Simplified for easier understanding
This trial is testing whether sirolimus (also known as rapamycin, a drug that suppresses the immune system) can help patients who have dilated cardiomyopathy (an enlarged, weakened heart) and are also infected with KSHV — a virus (Kaposi sarcoma-associated herpesvirus) that may be contributing to the heart disease.
**You may be eligible if...**
- You are 18 to 70 years old
- You have been diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy (weak, enlarged heart confirmed by imaging)
- You have tested positive for KSHV (a specific herpesvirus)
**You may NOT be eligible if...**
- You are allergic to rapamycin or its related drugs
- Your white blood cell or platelet count is too low
- You are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
- You have participated in another drug trial within the last 3 months
- You have a history of cancer or serious neurological disease
Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.
This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.
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Interventions
DRUGSirolimus
at a dose of 2 mg once daily
Locations(1)
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NCT06236022
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